Despite heavy rain, thousands of devotees from across Karnataka made the arduous climb to the Deviramma Temple on Chandra Drona Hill during Diwali, participating in traditional rituals to seek blessings from Goddess Bindiga Deviramma. This annual event, unique for its accessibility only once a year, highlights the deep religious devotion of the region.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has clarified that the government has not received any proposal to revisit the ‘Shakti’ scheme, which offers free bus travel for women. This statement comes after Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar claimed some women have expressed a desire to pay for their rides. The scheme, one of the Congress government’s five guarantee programs, has seen over 311 crore free rides and cost the state over ₹7,500 crore.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched a major investigation into alleged money laundering linked to the Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA). Searches are underway at multiple locations in Karnataka, targeting a prominent builder and other individuals suspected of involvement in financial irregularities.
A traffic policeman in Shivamogga, Karnataka, narrowly escaped death after being dragged on the bonnet of a car for over 100 meters. The incident occurred when the officer attempted to stop the vehicle for a routine check, but the driver, identified as Mithun Jagdale, sped away, forcing the officer to cling to the bonnet to avoid being crushed. Jagdale was later arrested.
A building collapse in Bengaluru, Karnataka, has claimed the lives of eight people. The incident has sparked outrage and scrutiny of construction practices in the city, with authorities taking action against those responsible. Both state and federal governments have announced financial assistance for the victims’ families and those injured.
Heavy rains have brought Bengaluru to its knees, with widespread flooding and waterlogging exposing the city’s infrastructure shortcomings. Opposition parties have seized the opportunity to criticize Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his government, pointing to a video of a differently-abled woman falling into a pothole as evidence of the city’s neglect. While the government promises compensation, the incident highlights a growing public frustration with the state’s infrastructure management.
Heavy rain has played spoilsport in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group-C match between Karnataka and Kerala, washing out two sessions on day two and leaving Karnataka’s hopes of progressing from the group hanging by a thread. Despite a strong start by Karnataka’s bowlers, Kerala managed to reach 161 for three before rain halted play for the rest of the day.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has remained steadfast in his stance amidst mounting pressure for his resignation, following an Enforcement Directorate (ED) raid at the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) office. He insists the law will take its course, refusing to be swayed by the calls for his resignation. This incident adds a layer of complexity to the already tense political landscape in Karnataka.
Karnataka will face a tricky challenge as they host Kerala for their Ranji Trophy Elite Group-C match. Kerala, fresh off a dominant win over Punjab, will be boosted by the presence of in-form Sanju Samson, who has a history of success at the Alur Grounds. Karnataka, meanwhile, will need to address their batting woes and find a solution for their bowling woes in the absence of key players.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced the renaming of all government residential schools in the state as Maharishi Valmiki Residential Schools and Raichur University as Maharishi Valmiki University, marking the occasion of Valmiki Jayanti, celebrated on October 17th. This decision honors the legendary poet and author of the epic Ramayana, Maharishi Valmiki.
